Twist Bioscience
Director Global Logistics
USA - Portland, OR · Director
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Data AnalysisSAPSupply ChainLogisticsERPCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- We are seeking a passionate, highly skilled, and results-driven leader to build and scale Twist Bioscience's global logistics function. The Director of Logistics is responsible for overseeing all aspects of shipping, logistics, and warehousing operations — including cold chain management and international distribution — ensuring that our Next Gen Sequencing
- and DNA Synthesis products reach customers worldwide safely, compliantly, and on time. This senior leadership role requires deep expertise in biotech supply chains, cross-border regulatory requirements, and temperature-controlled logistics to support Twist's rapid growth and mission to transform life sciences.
Responsibilities
- willing to go above and beyond, thrive under ambiguity, and build scalable processes from the ground up in a high-growth biotech environment.
Nice to have
- Oversee international shipping operations including customs clearance, import/export compliance, Incoterms selection, and coordination with freight forwarders, brokers, and carriers across all major global trade lanes.
- Define and track key logistics KPIs and present regular performance reporting to senior leadership.
- Follow regulatory and ISO 13485.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field required
- advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
- 12+ years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-site or global logistics operations in a life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical company.
- Deep expertise in cold chain logistics, including validated temperature-controlled transport (2-8°C, -20°C, -80°C/dry ice), and packaging qualification.
- Proven track record in international shipping and trade compliance.
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